1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Meriva | 2008 Rover 25 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Meriva | 25 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |